The issue we had is we put in a 12 oz water bottle, full, a small bag of snacks (couple of granola bars and some baked chips, two apples). We didn't make it half a mile on the hike when the bottom cord came loose from the bag. Just pulled right out. I could get it fixed, but I don't know that I'd bother. We purchased some other string bags that used flat ribbon-tape instead of strings, and they've been superb. I won't buy this style again.
Sunday, June 22, 2014
Tri-color Sports Pack Drawstring Backpack Book Tote Bag Durable & Stylish, Blue
The issue we had is we put in a 12 oz water bottle, full, a small bag of snacks (couple of granola bars and some baked chips, two apples). We didn't make it half a mile on the hike when the bottom cord came loose from the bag. Just pulled right out. I could get it fixed, but I don't know that I'd bother. We purchased some other string bags that used flat ribbon-tape instead of strings, and they've been superb. I won't buy this style again.
Sunday, June 8, 2014
Sea To Summit Ultra-Sil Daypack
Everyone should have one!
Thursday, June 5, 2014
J.I.P. Cat Backpack, Black
Skip Hop Zoo Backpack and Lunchie- Elephant
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Item arrived quickly and as described! So cute and my 11 month old son loves to play with it already! Perfect for packing a few outfits and items to take to the sitter or going out for the day.Bought this set for my great grandson. He was apprehensive at first but has come to love Lphant. Perfect size for a 3 yr old.Saturday, April 26, 2014
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Wednesday, April 2, 2014
Targus Demolition Backpack Designed to Fit up to 17.3-Inch Laptops TSB220US (Black)
Here's the thing with this backpack, it's rugged. This isn't just an item I would feel comfortable taking with me on a trip to an airport and then a hotel. I could throw this thing in the back of a van, pick-up or car and head out camping and feel comfortable that my items, notebook, tablets, mp3 player, mobile phone, and heck even a place for my water-bottle would be fine. Deluxe is an understatement. This has compartments, mesh pockets, zippers, and padded areas for almost everything here. I am kind of the same way with my backpacks as I am with my purses. I do not want a place to throw everything into a giant hole to dig through it later. I want, I need compartments for everything. This has a place for everything! and more padding than I have ever seen in a backpack.
Let's be honest here, I am a sizable lady, and this fits me well. I could, and have, filled this up and had it sit comfortably on my shoulders with the weight properly distributed. I am, obviously, not going to run a marathon in this thing, but I have lugged it around over, shall we say, not flat surfaces and found it comfortable. And when I said it has a spot for your tablet, I am not kidding. It has a padded sleeve to stick an e-reader or tablet separate from the notebook protected area. There are spots for pens, credit/business cards; it says you can use the zippered pocket for water bottles but smaller ones fit in the mesh pouches too. It's designed really well. With my older Targus bag, you could get a lot into it but good luck getting it out, especially on a plane after you pull it from under the seat and are trying to maneuver around the coach sized area to get a book out or that magazine you crammed in there somehow but is now stuck underneath your purse you had force down in there.
I really love this bag.
There are a couple of cautions though I have to mention. This is a sizable backpack, has to be to get those 17inch notebooks in there, but you have to be more cautious about not overfilling it if you are going to take it on a plane and want to stick it under a seat. It has a nice slimmer top design so if you are paying attention at all, you should be able to manage. The other issue is that the more TSA friendly notebook compartment lacks the Velcro strap I am used to, so if you whip this thing around, silly I know, with it unzipped and open, it's coming out same with anything else you put in the non-zippered compartments, or Velcro pouches.
Lastly, the bottom of the backpack is water-resistant, not your standard affair in many backpacks and fairly strong against rips so far. The zippers feel hefty and aren't hard to work or feel likely to snag or get stuck. It's made in China, but it is clearly a quality product. The anti-shock pad at the bottom, it's labeled, feels pretty thick and likely to absorb some impact, say if you drop it suddenly or set it down too quickly. You can also fold it upward if you want to or need to make your backpack thinner.
Finally for business purposes, it looks nice, has a location to hold your files to keep them from getting folded or otherwise damaged and pretty much unisex with is all black design. Whether you are traveling for business or just jamming your car for a family/friend trip, this would make life just a little easier for traveling and protecting those electronics you spent so much buying so don't skimp on padding.This is a huge bag that is well constructed. The bottom is a leather material and allows the bag to stand up by itself (more or less). The stitching appears to be good quality and pockets are plentiful.
Unfortunately, I had to return it since my Asus Republic of Gamers series 17.3" G74SX-XN1 "notebook" doesn't fit in the padded laptop area. It's about an inch too narrow to account for the additional heat exchanger the Asus notebook has sticking out of it's back. Which is too bad, because i really like the look and feel of this bag.
Going to try the Targus Drifter II to see if it fits in there...
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I got the Targus Demolition Backpack to replace my old one, and what a great difference it makes. It's the perfect everyday backpack for a geek who can't leave home without a few gadgets. Yes, I tried to use only one device, but I can't help myself, I must have my stuff, because I use each for different tasks.It has plenty of pockets and dedicated compartments for organizing one's value possessions. No more rummage into a backpack at the most inconvenient times.
The two front compartments in this backpack are a great plus. One is scratch-resistant and padded to facilitate the pulling or storage of a Smartphone and/or a Kindle, or any other gadget one needs handy. And the other, comes with slots to put in an ID and debit cards for secure storage, but quickly access.
So in the end, I'm carrying inside of it my Smartphone, my netbook, my Targus slim lap desk, an iPad inside an iMainGo XP portable speaker case, a mouse, a portable rechargeable battery pack, USB flash drives, and if I'm traveling with my kid, her iPad will join all of these gadgets. And of course, the corresponding chargers for every device.
The Targus Demolition Backpack will work great as a traveling bag too. When the inner lower panel is set, makes it more roomy, and it can accommodate clothes for a weekend and some personal toiletries. I'm taking it with me the next time I travel to New York to visit my family. It might be the only bag I ever need.
Having two water bottles holders is awesome, because when I travel with my daughter, I must hold her bottle too. By the way, behinds the holders, there is a zippered compartment to storage an small umbrella or anything else.
Besides all of the above, another of my favorite feature is the padded shoulder straps that joined with the waist buckles facilitates carrying any load one puts inside.I would send it back, but I'm in afghanistan. It started out looking like a great pack, but once I started wearing it everyday, it disintegrated. Almost all the zipper tabs have broken off, the straps are ripping from the bag. Al lI had in it was my lap top and and extra shirt. If they sent me a new one, I would send this one back. I am getting ready to order a different one if I don't hear back form these guys...
Disappointed in Afghanistan...
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I thought this bag was alright when I got it (I really like the side pockets, they are massive) but I have only been using it for about a month and already the seams are ripping at both shoulder straps and the carrying handle. I am not overloading it at all and carried everything I am carrying now plus an extra laptop and all its accessories in another laptop backpack for the last four years. I need it to hold out for one more trip and then it looks like I will be trying to return this and buying something else. I will not be buying another one of these.Saturday, March 1, 2014
SoYoung Charlie Unisex Diaper Bag (black)
Rugged canvas exterior
Laminated, wipeable interior compartments
Contrasting interior lining with clear and mesh pockets
Laminated change mat
Shoulder straps with detachable comfort grip padding
Detachable messenger strap
Adjustable stroller straps
Backpack conversion option
Large insulated cooler bag pocket
Built-in sunglass pocket
Built-in wallet
Removable key clip
Cell phone pocket (fits Blackberry or iPhone)
Two insulated side bottle pockets
Fits up to 13" laptop
Back flap for bulky items such as newspapers, umbrella or yoga mat
Some personal issues on some features:
The shoulder strap grip padding isn't padded at all; it's just a detachable leather grip, which is fine because I prefer to carry the bag messenger style as opposed to the shoulder straps like women do with their Coach purses. Even so, I replaced the messenger strap with a Winn dark brown padded leather strap.
Wish the shoulder straps were detachable too. They lie over the top of the bag and sometimes get in the way.
Large, glam sunglasses may not fit in the included pocket.
The cell phone pocket could be made a little wider to accommodate phones with cases/bumpers...tight! It seems to have been designed for naked phones.
Would like to see a dedicated pen pocket.
Definitely, more positives than negatives! From the contrast inner lining (no more black hole) to the large insulated snack pocket and bottle holders, to the wide main compartment (allows for the laptop) and flat bottom to stay upright, it's great for what it's designed for! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!I love the SoYoung Charlie Bag I got as a gift! It's very, *VERY* versatile and I look forward to going out with the little ones to show-off my new bag!
Sunday, February 23, 2014
Deluxe Cinch Drawstring Two Tone Backpack Bookpack Bag, Royal Blue
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Saturday, February 8, 2014
Billabong Men's Vantage Backpack
Sunday, February 2, 2014
High Sierra Spire 2500 Backpack
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The design of the backpack is good but the material are very bad for the price. You can find others models better than this in other brands for the same price or less.I TOTALLY DONT RECOMEND THIS.I got this backpack just before going back to Australia, which is a very long trip and I usally have to walk a ways in the airports so it is good to have something with good support. I really like this backpack so far. It is very supportive and comfortable to wear. It also only you allows you to pack so much so that it still fits great in the overheads on the plane. There is also an adjustable strap on the inside to resize it, like on a big pack. So basicly I would totally recomend it. I love it :)Do not buy this pack if you will be using it to carry books. After just over 30 days of use (5x/week) or approximately 25 daily uses, the shoulder strap stitching ripped out where it attaches to the back of the pack. I could not return it to Amazon since it was more than 30 days, so I am returning it to High Sierra. They say they will either repair or replace it, but I doubt if it would hold up if they repair it. After this pack failed, I visually compared it with another High Sierra pack (High Sierra Swerve) that we own and also use to carry books that is now over 2 years old. The Swerve is constructed much better and is heavier duty, and it also appears to be less expensive than the Spire. The Swerve has held up well, and is still going strong! I am going to request that they send us a Swerve in lieu of repairing the Spire.
Saturday, January 11, 2014
Hello Kitty Colorblock Backpack
***** Update!!!! After 4 weeks of use this is completely fraying!!!!!! Almost everyday I am cutting strands off of this or they get caught in the zipper and she can't get it to open or close. I am really disappointed in this product!!!! went from 4 stars to 1My youngest granddaughter wanted the Hello Kitty Color Backpack, (Amazon had bag at a better price,than their competitors); for her 1st day going to 1st grade. She was all smiles and happy. Had all the compartments for her books, crayons,stuff animal and such. Her mom just loved the material, the ease of use and the colors of the bag. They both are very,very happy for the "Hello Kitty" colorblock Backpack from Amazon. And so am I.
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I really like this backpack! It's more than enough room for all of my daughter's books.It's lightweight and doesn't weigh her down. Love the colors! I just wish the material were a little thicker.Want Hello Kitty Colorblock Backpack Discount?
My granddaughter loved it. She is in kindergarten. Loves Hello Kitty. Now envy of her class. Was a little more expensive butworth it.
Wednesday, January 8, 2014
Sony VGPAMR2 Notebook Carrying Backpack for VAIO Series
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This backpack has been made thinking in the top mind of comfort and quality.Its black looks very nice, light, not too large nor too wide either, its size fit very well.
I enjoy a lot this case.
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Saturday, December 21, 2013
16" Lego Ninjago Masters of Spinjitzu Large Backpack Book Bag
Sturdy, good zippers, enough space.
Print is well made.
It's just a great back pack for 6 years and up; lunchbox, snow pants, homework and water bottle; it's all good!Item arrived brand new and in plastic packaging. The book bag looks well made and tough enough for elementary school. The zippers zip well and I like the two zipper pockets on the front of the book bag because it's more useable storage space on the book bag. I would recommend this product and seller!
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Sunday, November 24, 2013
Classic Military Inspired Canvas Messenger Bag Laptop Bookbag Black
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When I read the review left before me, I was a bit scared to place the order, but it looked good online, so I thought I would give it a shot. I received it in a very timely manner and was pleased to see that it is all that the picture shows it as. I bought it as a Christmas present for my boyfriend and he loved it even more than I did. This is a great bag! Loved it.:)Read Best Reviews of Classic Military Inspired Canvas Messenger Bag Laptop Bookbag Black Here
While i like the look of the bag, it has a few problems. The strap is very cheap looking and shiny. The metal loop holding the strap in place bent within a day of normal use (My laptop is heavy, but not THAT heavy), making the strap useless. The laptop sleeve is also not padded at all. I was very disappointed in this, and am returning it.Want Classic Military Inspired Canvas Messenger Bag Laptop Bookbag Black Discount?
I ordered this bag to carry my laptop and tablet. It had a great look and definitely enough room to accomodate my 15" laptop and Nexus 7 tablet and a wireless mouse.The color and material of the bag when it arrived are what I had expected. It had a long enough strap and I enjoyed it while it lasted. It lasted a little less than a year, and with light use, not an every day use. The stitching on the bag where the shoulder strap connected tore. While the bag was fairly inexpensive, I expected it to last a couple years with light use. I had a different every day work bag for my laptop. I used this one as a carry on while I traveled or visited friends.
Sunday, November 17, 2013
Keen Ridgely 15 1007310 Messenger Bag
My thirteen year old girl was looking for a bag to start high school. This was the bag that she finally chose. She has a bus commute and needed something to withstand the weight and bulk of texts as well as the rigors of all day use in a school setting where there are no lockers. "Why not a backpack?" you wonder. Thirteen year old girl, remember? Choosy and exacting.
She has had it for a month and all seems fine.
Four out of five stars because there are two improvements I would suggest. There is no pad on the shoulder strap, and it would be useful; her stuff is heavy. More importantly, a zipper to close up the main body of the bag is needed. Right now it has a fold-over closure with two straps that simply slide into buckles. I think that under the fold-over material there ought to be either an added zipper, or perhaps a drawstring to make sure that nothing can come loose. It is a messenger-style bag, in which both large and small items are placed. Think of how bike messengers sling those bags around.
Overall, a good bag. She is happy with her choice.I had another Keene bag and for me this was no match on sturdiness and design. The strap is thin and non adjustable, the computer packet is not padded and overall, just not as well crafted. I returned this and purchased another of the one I had, just in a different color. That bag is the Keene Taylor 13 1000510 . I have had that one for about a year and would give it a 100% satisfaction score.
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Perfect size, perfect weight it's not heavy. Good material quality.I am satisfied with this product. Recommended for everybody young and
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Sunday, November 3, 2013
Black Diamond Bullet
We use it multi-pitch climbing, as a secondary backpack when hiking, as a carrier for jackets and snacks when walking in town, as a ski pack, and to contain our essentials in the car on a road trip. It is narrow and well shaped so it does not get in the way of arm movements.
This is a no non-sense pack, and I love it for that: no zillions of side pockets, ipod stach, pen holder, cheap compass, etc.; just the essentials.Light weight, no-frills and reasonable durability: this pack will carry a water bottle, a light wind/waterproof, a bar, and your (light) descent shoes. It also doubles as a minimalistic dayhike pack. It is very stable on the back, with minimal waist and shoulder straps, and could be clipped below you easily for squeezes. Many packs for this purpose are too complicated and heavy. My only tiny criticism is that the outer pocket zipper (key pocket?) should open upwards so that it won't open if dragged against rock. Excellent value.I backpack 60+ nights per year. I loop a day pack over my main backpack so I can separate it for wandering away from base camp. This one is lightweight, well made and simple. No plethora of pockets which always seem to leak. Just the basics. Also suitable for climbing as it has a waist belt and chest strap for those upside down and backwards moves.I use the Black Diamond Bullet day pack for trad climbing in Yosemite and for big wall free climbs. It holds everything I need on the wall including water, food, guide book, headlamps, camera, sun block, emergency blanket, approach shoes, etc. It's super durable and very well constructed and lasts many climbing seasons. This pack can be carried by the leader or follower depending on the free climb. If you want to go as light as possible but still bring the essentials, this pack is perfect!
Pacsafe Luggage Venturesafe 20L Adventure Day Pack
The main thing I did not like about this bag is that there are no additional inside compartments. It would be nice to have at least one or two separate pockets inside the main body of this bag. Most "normal" or "regular" backpacks have this. Without one, everything is jumbled together inside the bag (wallet, camera, hair brush, umbrella, maps, travel books, flyers, passports, chapstick, sunscreen, first-aide kit, etc.) This makes it unnecessarily difficult to find things. Another negative is that if you want to "clip" the main compartment zipper for safety, it can only be done at the bottom of one side of the pack. It would be a nice added feature to be able to clip the zipper pulls at the top center of the bag and at the other side, as well.
This back pack was smaller than I had thought (It is smaller than the average school backpack) but it is a good travel size for travel.
Overall, I am happy with my purchase. I would have liked some additional internal pockets, but it was OK as it is. This back pack was lightweight. The black color is nondescript. I recommend this bag, although there might be a better model available.I ordered and wasn't quite pleased with the 20L. It was just not right. A bit too small, no gadget pockets, flimsy webbing for bottles on the sides.
I returned the 20L and got the 25L. The 25L is physically not much bigger but has just the right amount of room for a day adventure. You will not leave much behind with the 25L compared to the 20L.
The 20L is Ok if your going on a day picnic for two. Barely. Get the 25L. Trust me.
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I have owned 2 previous day packs and I think this one is a good size and solid construction for a day trip. It has padding in the back for comfort and laptop/iPod cushioning, but no interior pockets or slots in which to slip one of these devices, nor for small electronics like an MP3 or cell phone. Instead, I used a couple of ziplock bags as interior "pockets" for small items. Side slots were sturdy and held a large water bottle, large glasses case, umbrella, etc. Exterior front zipper pocket was large enough for a couple of zipper bags, cell phone, small notepad, document case, etc. The straps unhook at the bottom to allow you to attach the pack to a luggage rack on a train. When we were forced to check the pack at museums or train stations, we put the valuables we couldn't carry in this day pack, and attached a luggage lock, in hopes no one would have the energy to bother with it. I did feel like the several security features added a bit more peace of mind than an average backpack, but no pack will discourage a determined pickpocket for long, so remain on your guard. Also, due to the cushioning on the back, you will NOT be able to fold this pack under your arm like a purse, (in order to avoid checking it at museums that require you do so). However, my friend was carrying one you COULD fold, and the guards didn't seem to fall for that trick anyhow...Read Best Reviews of Pacsafe Luggage Venturesafe 20L Adventure Day Pack Here
I'm going to the olympics and I'm concerned about pick pockets and thieves. This back pack was exactly what I was looking for! This bag is the smaller version and doesn't have the main storage separated into smaller sections, so if you want something to separate thing, go with the larger bag.Update:
I came back from the olympics and a tour of Paris. There were 3 occasions in which my pack was notably tampered with when walking through crowded areas. The zipper lock prevented the bag from being opened and items from being stolen. With this bag I felt pretty comfortable walking around an not having items stolen. My friend that was traveling with was not as lucky, the bag that he had was opened when we passed through a crowded area in Paris.
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I bought this pack for a trip to Quito, Ecuador, which has a high theft & pickpocketing rate. Had no problems. Now I use it regularly as a carry-all bag at home in the US. It has held up well. It's quite comfortable but would be more so if there were a waist strap--even just a small one (especially when riding my bicycle, this pack slides around a lot). It's not very big but it is sufficient for most uses.Saturday, October 19, 2013
Star Wars 16 Inch Sith Lords Backpack - Black
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I bought this backpack for my son because he loves star wars. He carried it for less than 2 weeks and it ripped in the side seam by the side pouch. It is very cheaply made. I have learned my lesson. Cheap equals cheap.Read Best Reviews of Star Wars 16 Inch Sith Lords Backpack - Black Here
Very nice looking backpack. We bought one in ToysRUs in September and the strap ripped. My son liked it so much, I though I'd try another one. Maybe the first one was just part of a bad batch. No such luck, the second one ripped within two weeks. I would advise everyone to avoid this brand.Want Star Wars 16 Inch Sith Lords Backpack - Black Discount?
Sunday, October 13, 2013
Miku Hatsune Japanese Anime Messenger Bag
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She adores it! Has become her favorite art satchel. Almost became a laptop bag, but just wasn't quite big enough. Lol. Great surprise was it came with a couple lil extras that she loved almost as much as the bag itself. Arrived timely and used daily!I liked how the bag is in nice quality when it had arrived, at an affordable price, and it made a great gift for my friend.Tuesday, September 17, 2013
High Sierra Pack-N-Go 24" Duffel
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I use this to carry all of my Craftsman C3 tools.Now everything fits into one bag to go anywhere.

